Where to find a proper Sunday roast in Shropshire — the country pubs and inns locals book first.
A Shropshire country pub on a Sunday is hard to beat. These are the spots locals rate most for a proper roast — book ahead, the best fill up fast.
Destination roasts
The Mill at Leighton and The Bear Inn at Hodnet are firm favourites for a special Sunday lunch, while the riverside Charlton Arms at Ludford near Ludlow has one of the best terraces in the county.
Classic country pubs
The Bottle and Glass Inn at Picklescott, the Wheatsheaf Inn near Newport, the Admiral Rodney at Criggion and The Crown Inn at Wentnor all do the business on a Sunday.
Near Shrewsbury
The Haughmond at Upton Magna is a smart dining pub within easy reach of town.
A walk first? Pair it with one of our best walks in Shropshire, and see more in our best country pubs guide.
Sunday roasts by town
Looking for a Sunday roast near you? These pubs and hotels say on their own websites that they serve Sunday roasts, Sunday lunch or a carvery. Serving times change through the year, so check with the pub and book ahead.
Shrewsbury
- The Bricklayers Arms: pub food including Sunday lunches, with Joule's beer on tap.
- The Horseshoes: Sunday roasts alongside a weekday lunch menu.
- Peacock Inn: pub classics, lighter bites and Sunday roasts, with cask ales.
- Old Bell: pub classics, lunches and Sunday roasts.
- Abbey Shrewsbury: British pub food and Sunday roasts, plus an Indian menu.
- Featherbed: a traditional carvery among its pub meals.
- More: pubs and bars in Shrewsbury.
Telford and Ironbridge
- Severn Gorge: a family-friendly carvery pub.
- The Water Rat Inn: seasonal British food, pub classics and Sunday roasts.
- The Sutherland: aged steaks and Sunday roasts.
- Buckatree Hall Hotel: a hotel serving Sunday roasts and afternoon tea.
- More: pubs and bars in Telford.
Ludlow
- Squirrel: cask ales and Sunday roasts.
- The Feathers Hotel Ludlow: Sunday lunch, lounge dining and afternoon tea.
- More: pubs and bars in Ludlow.
Whitchurch
- The White Lion Ash: homemade food and Sunday roast dinners, with real ales.
- The Hanmer Arms: a Sunday carvery, plus a Wednesday carvery.
- More: pubs and bars in Whitchurch.
Shifnal
- Christopher's: a restaurant serving Sunday lunch.
- Park House Hotel: Sunday lunch and afternoon tea, with dog-friendly rooms.
- More: pubs and bars in Shifnal.
Oswestry, Market Drayton and Church Stretton
- The Queen's Head, Oswestry: Sunday roasts and a children's menu.
- The Castle Inn, Market Drayton: Sunday roasts made with local produce.
- The Pound Inn - Tap House & Eatery, Church Stretton: a weekly Sunday lunch menu with three roasts.
- More: pubs in Oswestry, Market Drayton and Church Stretton.
Sunday lunch tips
- Book ahead. The popular country pubs fill up, especially in December and on bank holidays.
- Check serving times. Many pubs serve roasts from midday until mid or late afternoon, or until they sell out.
- Ask about dogs and children before you go if either is coming with you.
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